About us

Our Vision

To build a greener, cleaner, and safer Sri Lanka
transforming our nation into a model of environmental harmony, sustainability, and collective responsibility;
where communities, wildlife, and nature coexist in balance,
and every breath we take reflects the purity, resilience, and beauty of our land.

Our Mission

To inspire, educate, and empower communities…

🌱 Educate and inspire communities and youth to value and protect the environment through learning and creative engagement.

🌿 Restore and reforest Sri Lanka’s natural landscapes, reviving biodiversity and strengthening climate resilience.

🐘 Protect wildlife and promote peaceful coexistence between humans and animals, ensuring every species has a safe home.

♻️ Promote sustainability by encouraging eco-friendly living, waste reduction, and responsible use of resources.

🤝 Empower communities to take collective action for cleaner cities, greener villages, and a healthier nation.

Our Core Values

At The Breath, our values guide every step we take toward protecting life and nature. They define who we are, what we stand for, and how we act.

Respect for Life – We believe all living beings, from the smallest plant to the largest elephant, share the same right to live and thrive.

Integrity and Responsibility – We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.

Sustainability – We promote actions that preserve the earth’s balance for future generations.

Compassion and Unity – We work hand in hand with communities, driven by empathy and collective purpose.

Innovation for Change – We seek creative and practical solutions to the environmental challenges of our time.

Our Declaration

We stand as the voice of nature — a movement born from love, responsibility, and hope.

We declare our unwavering commitment to protect Sri Lanka’s forests, oceans, wildlife, and people.

We breathe with the earth, act for the planet, and dream of a future where every living being can breathe freely.

Together, we are The Breath —
for nature, for life, and for every breath we take.

About Us

The Breath is a Sri Lankan environmental organization founded by a collective of passionate and compassionate individuals who believe that protecting the environment is not just a duty — it is an act of love for life itself.

Our name, “The Breath,” carries a profound meaning. It represents the air we breathe, the rhythm of the earth, and the silent connection between humanity and nature. Just as every breath gives us life, the environment gives life to every living being on this planet. When the forests breathe, the oceans breathe, and the animals breathe — so do we.

We were born from a shared realization that Sri Lanka’s natural beauty — its forests, rivers, oceans, and wildlife — is not merely a heritage to admire but a responsibility to protect. As climate change, deforestation, and pollution threaten the balance of life, The Breath stands as a voice for the voiceless — speaking for the trees, the rivers, and the creatures that cannot speak for themselves.

We are committed to creating meaningful and lasting change through environmental education, sustainability initiatives, and community-driven projects. Our work focuses on:

Combating deforestation and promoting reforestation.
Protecting wildlife and natural habitats.
Reducing pollution and waste mismanagement.
Empowering youth and local communities through environmental awareness.
Supporting innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

Every action we take — whether it’s planting a tree, rescuing an animal, or inspiring a child to care for the planet — is a step toward a future where humanity and nature coexist in balance.

At The Breath, we believe that change begins with awareness, grows through compassion, and thrives through collective effort. Together, we can ensure that every breath taken in Sri Lanka — and beyond — is clean, free, and full of life.

Our Strength Team